Temporary Fire Systems Inspector

County-of-Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside is seeking a Temporary Fire Systems Inspector within the Fire Protection - Forest division in Riverside to perform technical fire safety inspections and related documentation. The role involves fieldwork with property owners, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure code compliance and safety.

Responsibilities include preparing inspection reports and notices, inspecting various fire protection systems, and supporting program initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Completion of CSFM Fire Inspector series desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and development projects for conformance with fire protection and life safety laws and codes.
• Witness and certify installation/testing of fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms, etc.).
• Prepare and issue notices of correction/violation and related reports.
• Maintain records of properties’ compliance or violations and support other Fire Department programs.

Skills

Fire inspections

Report writing

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

CSFM Fire Inspector series desirable

Job description

The County of Riverside’s Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) seeks to fill a Temporary Fire Systems Inspector to support the Fire Protection - Forest division in Riverside.

The ideal candidate should be a knowledgeableand motivated professional who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and applying fire and life safety standards in a variety of settings.

This role conducts fire and life safety inspections of buildings and facilities under construction, existing facilities, fire protection systems, and industrial processes. The position works directly with property owners, contractors, businesses, and other stakeholders to identify potential hazards and help ensure compliance with fire and life safety requirements.

Responsibilities include preparing inspection reports, notices of correction, notices of violation, fire code permits, and other compliance-related documents. The position may also support and manage other Fire Department programs and initiatives based on departmental needs.

The Fire Systems Inspector is responsible for technical fire safety inspections and works independently in the performance of field and office duties under general supervision of a Supervising Fire Marshal, or other leadership assigned to the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal or a contract city. Incumbents perform the more routine investigative and compliance work, under supervision, while acquiring the training and skills necessary to perform the full range of fire prevention inspection activities. Work is initially subject to detailed and frequent review that lessens as more experience is gained.

Meet the team!

The Riverside County Fire Department (RCFD) is one of the largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations in California. The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 22 partner agencies and has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.

About TAP

The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments. TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.

• TAP Benefits: https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf (Download PDF reader)

• Inspect assigned building and development projects for conformance with applicable laws, codes and regulations relating to fire protection and life safety; conduct special inspections and investigations of existing structures as they relate to fire and life safety code compliance; inspect special events, temporary structures, and pyrotechnic sales and displays for conformance with applicable laws.
• Witness and/or certify the installation and testing of specialized fire protection systems that include, but are not limited to, private underground fire main systems, hood duct or suppression systems, fire sprinklers, standpipe systems, self-contained high-rise systems, fire alarm systems, and other specialized equipment and systems.
• Perform annual business and multi-family residential fire inspections; may perform annual fire and life safety clearance inspections of facilities licensed for public care, such as hospitals, residential care facilities, and childcare centers; prepare and issue notices of correction, notices of violation, and may issue fire code permit and other compliance or informational documents in accordance with the California Fire Code.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports of properties in compliance or violation of fire safety laws and regulations.

Education

• Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience

• One year performing fire safety inspections, building construction inspections, hazard reduction and abatement inspections, plans examination, or fire suppression. (15 semester units or 22 quarter units from an accredited college or university in fire protection may be substituted for the required experience.)
• Completion of the California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector series courses 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D is highly desired.

Knowledge

• Technical knowledge of codes and standards; fire safety protection systems; methods and procedures related to fire prevention; applicable fire, life safety and building codes; code requirements as they relate to construction for fire protection and fire apparatus access.

Ability

• Read and interpret construction plans and specifications and prepare accurate reports; interpret codes and regulations for the public; establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees and the general public; effectively communicate in both verbal and written form; operate standard office equipment and systems to retrieve and enter data; make public presentations.

Other Requirements

• License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• Completion of the California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, or the International Code Council Fire Inspector I Certification, or equivalents within one year.

Pre-Employment

• All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)

What's Next?

Open to All Applicants

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

For questions regarding this recruitment

Please contact Dawn Martin at 951-955-0643 or at [e-mail]. For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.

Based on the number of applications received this posting may close early with or without notice